Opened in 1850, Oakland Cemetery serves as the final resting place for over 70,000 Georgians. In addition to author Margaret Mitchell, notable residents include Mayor Maynard Jackson, golf legend Bobby Jones, Morris Brown College Founder Wesley John Gaines, six Georgia governors and 25 other Atlanta mayors. Situated on 88 acres of greenspace, Oakland Cemetery is located at 248 Oakland Avenue in south east Atlanta. Guided walking tours of the cemetery are offered year round. The Historic Oakland Foundation, a private non-profit organization, works with the City of Atlanta to preserve the cemetery as a historic and cultural attraction.

The Oakland Cemetery staff responds to requests for burial locations. For assistance, call 404.658.6019 or email sreed@atlantaga.gov. Please provide as much information as possible including: